Inter Milan manager Cristian Chivu was cryptic about second-string goalkeeper Josep Martinez after Tuesday’s Coppa Italia win over Como.
According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInter1908, Chivu’s post-match statement carried a deeper meaning.
Cristian Chivu admitted he wasn’t sure whether the 27-year-old would start between the sticks in the Coppa Italia final.
Indeed, Josep Martinez has spent the last two season as Yann Sommer’s deputy at San Siro, failing to dislodge the Swiss veteran from the starting XI.
However, the former Genoa star has been Inter’s starting goalkeeper in the cup competition this season,
Furthermore, he was one of the architects of Tuesday’s 3-2 victory over Como.
What’s Behind Cristian Chivu Statement About Inter Milan Keeper Josep Martinez
Martinez pulled off two vital second-half saves to thwart Assane Diao and Maxence Caqueret.
Indeed, his heroics between the sticks helped Inter secure their 16th appearance in the Coppa Italia final.
However, the Spaniard may not start at the Stadio Olimpico, as confirmed by Chivu in the post-match conference.
Martinez has rarely featured for Inter since being involved in a tragic car accident in October.
In fact, he has made just one Serie A start in 2026, taking Sommer’s place against Cagliari last Friday.
Despite his unconditional support after everything that happened last year, Chivu harbors some doubts about Martinez’s ability to perform at the highest level.
